Wills and trusts, the best-known parts of estate planning, mostly control what will happen to your assets after you pass away. That is a vital part of estate planning, but it's not the only thing you can do with it. A comprehensive estate plan can also give you...
Estate Planning
Considerations when talking to your family about your estate plan in Louisiana
If you've been thinking about having a comprehensive estate plan in Louisiana, one of the essential aspects is talking to your family about what you have in mind. However, that's not to say that having an estate planning conversation with your loved ones will be easy,...
What not to do when updating an estate plan
Creating an estate plan may be an effective way to manage your affairs. However, it's just as important to review and update your plan on a regular basis after it is created. Otherwise, it's possible that assets such as a car or Louisiana home might revert to your...
Does a will truly meet your needs?
It isn't uncommon for adults who live in Louisiana to have a will. The same may be true if they own property in the state that they want to pass down to future generations. For some people, this document will be enough on its own to meet their estate planning needs....
What to know about revocable trusts
If you would like to hold assets outside of your Louisiana estate, it may be possible to do so with a revocable trust. As the name implies, a revocable trust can be altered at any point, and if necessary, you can completely terminate it for any reason. Let's take a...
How can I leave cryptocurrency to my heirs?
The internet has changed our lifestyles. One of the ways it has done so is through cryptocurrency. If you are a Louisiana resident and own cryptocurrency, you need to modify your existing estate plan or determine who to include it in the one you create. Cyber assets...
Financial planning for blended families
Blending two families into one can be a challenging yet rewarding process. In the midst of trying to ensure that each person feels loved and connected, parents shouldn't forget about estate planning that will protect each member of the very diverse family. In...
Be careful when gifting stocks to beneficiaries
When considering how to divide assets among loved ones, many Louisiana residents are unsure what to do with the stocks they own. While stocks may not seem like a glamorous item to give to your survivors, gifting them in the proper manner can provide real value for the...
How pet trusts can be of use
When people in Louisiana work on their estate plans, they make sure that they've covered everything and everyone that they want to be included. They name the heirs who will be inheriting their assets, and they’re very specific about things like who will take care of...